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I’m writing this review to warn anyone considering Lexus of Oxnard. What happened to me here wasn’t just bad service — it was deception, manipulation, and an outright betrayal of trust by management and sales staff.
On April 13, 2025, I inquired about a 2024 Lexus LS (VIN: JTHGYLGF9R5002881). I was contacted by Corey Mamutse, who stated he couldn’t negotiate pricing. I was then handed off to Mike Reyes, the General Sales Manager. I made several written offers. Finally, on April 16 at 5:28 AM, General Manager Josef Langhans himself accepted my $95,000 out-the-door offer in writing and congratulated me. I have this email.
He also copied Mike Reyes, Morad “Moe” Eddik, Marilou, Ayoub Lawrance, and others on the acceptance. This wasn’t some vague sales discussion — it was a formally accepted offer by the dealership’s GM.
I responded right away, confirmed I would proceed, and asked for next steps. Mike Reyes said he was off that day but Moe or Marilou could help. I immediately called Moe and asked to send a deposit or start paperwork since I lived two hours away. He refused, saying the dealership didn’t allow deposits or remote transactions — a lie. Later, I learned the vehicle was sold over the phone and delivered to a different buyer who never came in.
I rearranged my schedule, left work early, and drove for hours in traffic. Minutes before I arrived, Moe told me the vehicle was sold. Other employees confirmed the buyer was remote. This wasn’t just incompetence — it was a deliberate obstruction of my purchase after a written agreement.
When I called back, both Moe and Marilou were smug and dismissive. They told me flatly to “go ahead and leave a one-star review” if I didn’t like it. They showed zero remorse and seemed to enjoy my frustration.
I contacted GM Langhans again later that night. He said he was on vacation and would respond the following week. He didn’t. I followed up multiple times. Silence. It wasn’t until I warned I would escalate to consumer protection agencies that he responded — not to apologize or resolve anything, but to accuse me of harassment, claim they “did nothing wrong,” and tell me to stop contacting them. I never harassed anyone. My messages were calm, polite, and professional. I have proof.
Even more suspicious: the morning my offer was accepted, the car’s online price dropped by $3,000. It seems the dealership was already planning to sell it to someone else while stalling me with a fake “accepted” deal.
Here’s what each person did wrong:
Josef Langhans, GM: Broke a written agreement, ignored follow-ups, and then defamed me with false accusations.
Mike Reyes, GSM: Disengaged after copying on the deal, never followed up.
Moe Eddik: Lied about deposit/paperwork policies, refused to help, and knowingly blocked me from buying the car while letting someone else do so remotely.
Marilou: Rude, mocking, and unprofessional on the phone.
The entire dealership: Showed a complete lack of integrity and transparency.
This situation has caused significant emotional and financial harm. I gave them multiple chances to correct it. They made it worse at every turn.
I’ve filed complaints with Lexus Corporate, the BBB, the FTC, and the California Attorney General. I’ve also spoken with GMs from other Lexus dealerships who confirmed this should never have happened.
If you’re thinking about doing business here, ask yourself: If the General Manager’s written agreement means nothing, what kind of dealership is this? This isn’t how Lexus should treat its customers.
Avoid this place.
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